In areas like Los Angeles and New York, it's becoming increasingly harder to work in the entertainment field as a person of faith. Whether it's economics, cultural shifts, or just the overall look of the industry, many creatives are finding themselves facing a tough question - stay in the major entertainment hubs, or look elsewhere for a place to build their careers? Our friend Rev. Joel Pelsue of Arts and Entertainment Ministries recently asked that question, and we added some of our perspective in this Creative Checkup episode from our 360 member calls. Click here to read the original blog post - https://a-e-m.org/why-artists-are-leaving-los-angeles/ If you like this episode, be sure to check out: EP 159 - Act Like You Know: How to Follow God’s Plan for Your Creative Life w/ Kellianne Rae Jordan, Actor / Producer EP 66 - From Home to Homecoming: Discover What Makes an Artist Great with Naärai, Vocalist and Actor NEVER DO CREATIVE LIFE ALONE AGAIN Want to become a highly motivated creative with complete confidence as an artist and entrepreneur - with a community of like-minded artists always backing you up? Then you need to be a part of God and Gigs 360! Join for 30 days FREE by going to godandgigs.com/freetrial OTHER RESOURCES GodandGigs.com/ToolKit - check out ALL of our most trusted and effective tools and resources for faith-focused creatives Godandgigs.com/grow - FREE trainings where you’ll learn how to build your online audience and connect deeply with those you are called to reach with your creative We’ve love to hear your thoughts about this episode… Tap HERE to send us a text! Support the show NEW DEVOTIONAL ON YOUVERSION! Would you like to understand God's creative process and apply it to your life? Check out our new YouVersion Bible reading plan here! NEW "DISCOVER YOUR CREATIVE PERSONALITY" QUIZ! We've developed this quiz to help you diagnose and discover where you currently stand in your journey as a faith-focused artist. You'll find out which of the 5 Christian Creative Personalities you're currently operating in and how to improve on your strengths and get help with your weaknesses. Take the 5- minute quiz HERE PODCAST MERCH Get God and Gigs themed gear, clothing and accessories HERE! GOT VALUE FROM THIS PODCAST? Exchange VALUE 4 VALUE! You can share: TIME: Send this episode to someone who you know would enjoy it TALENT: Email your art or music to add to our community to allen@godandgigs.com TREASURE: Tap HERE to pick an amount to support the podcast monthly, OR: Get a modern podcast app that allows you support us IN REAL TIME by sending us value digitally! Get a new podcast app that supports these new features HERE.